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A competition designed to drive leadership in the video game industry

The Ubisoft Indie Series presented by National Bank is an annual competition for independent game development studios, offering cash prizes, mentorship, and creative and financial tools to help local studios and their games reach new heights.

Supporting Entrepreneurs

This initiative supports the growth of local entrepreneurs in the technology and entertainment industries with mentorship, expertise, grants and funding.

The Ubisoft Indie Series invites up to 10 studios to pitch their games before a jury comprised of Ubisoft and National Bank experts.

We’re seeking eligible games at the beginning of their production phase that are original, show great creative vision, possess great potential for success, and are created by studios that value diversity in their game and/or teams.

Ubisoft Indie Series presented by National Bank

Applications

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Application Requirements

Studio

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The studio is independent

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The studio is Canadian-owned in a proportion of at least 50% and is based in Ontario

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The studio is composed of no more than 50 team members

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At least 50% of team members must be located in Ontario

Game

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The game is at the beginning of its production phase

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The game is original and shows great creative vision

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The game shows a great potential for success

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The game has received funding (love money, Canada Media Fund, crowdfunding, etc.)

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The following are NOT eligible for the competition: adults-only games, promotional games, school projects

Game’s Budget

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The game’s financial plan is sound and viable

Cash Prize

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The studio describes how the $50,000 will be allocated and how it will help their game succeed

What you should know

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Confidentiality Agreement

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Regulations

Ubisoft is a supporter of the video game ecosystem

Ubisoft opened its first Canadian studio in 1997. Since then, the company has played an active role in developing a passionate and creative ecosystem where studios, small and large, have collaborated to make the video game industry shine on an international level.

Making games is difficult and presents many challenges: financially, creatively, and more. This is precisely why we want to connect with our colleagues, share knowledge and expertise, and together, ensure Canada continues to grow as a game development leader worldwide.

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National Bank is a supporter of Canadian entrepreneurs in the video game industry

Our involvement in the contest builds on this history. National Bank was founded in 1859 by and for entrepreneurs. As we’ve grown, we’ve been there to guide tens of thousands of businesses through every stage of their development.

Today, the Bank continues to serve as a key partner for businesses of all sizes. Our experts offer support to businesses in a variety of sectors and have extensive experience in developing business models for tech companies.

Prizes

Grand Prize

The winning studio in Ontario will receive:

Mentorship provided by Ubisoft experts to help with development according to the studio’s needs. (Max 30 hours)

Marketing support for your game

Personalized financial diagnosis and counsel provided by National Bank experts

Entrepreneurial training experience offered by National Bank

Internal and external communications activities to promote the collaboration between Ubisoft and the studio, locally and internationally

$50,000 (CAD)

National Bank’s Special Prize

National Bank will determine, according to its own selection criteria, one (1) studio in Ontario who will win a Special Prize:

Mentorship provided by Ubisoft experts to help with development according to the studio’s needs. (Max 30 hours)

Personalized financial diagnosis and counsel provided by National Bank experts

$25,000 (CAD)

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Meet the Jury

Past Winners

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2024

Grand Prize:
Play Underground Games!

National Bank Special Prize:
13AM Games

2023 Ubisoft Indie Series Grand Prize Winner Rocket Adrift

2023

Grand Prize:
Rocket Adrift

National Bank Special Prize:
Thousand Stars Studio

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2022

Grand Prize:
Achimostawinan Games

National Bank Special Prize:
SYSTEM PANIC

Indie Series winners Reptoid Games

2021

Grand Prize:
Mermaid Heavy Industries

National Bank Special Prize:
Killjoy Games

Indie Series winners Reptoid Games

2020

Grand Prize:
Vivid Foundry

National Bank Special Prize:
Kitten Cup Studio

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2019

Grand Prize:
GLOAM

National Bank Special Prize:
WashBear Studio

Indie Series Alientrap Games Winners

2018

Grand Prize:
Alientrap Games

National Bank Special Prize:
Falling Squirrel

Indie Series winners Reptoid Games

2017

Grand Prize:
Reptoid Games